Chile vs. Bolivia Preview: Team News, Lineups, and Prediction

Chile

Chile will be looking to make it two wins from two in the 2023 Copa America when they take on Bolivia in their second group game on Friday. La Roja got their campaign off to a winning start with a 2-1 victory over Ecuador on Monday, and they will be confident of another three points against a Bolivia side who were beaten 4-2 by Uruguay in their opener. Coach Martin Lasarte is expected to make few changes to the team that started against Ecuador, with Alexis Sanchez and Eduardo Vargas likely to lead the line once more. Arturo Vidal is also expected to start in midfield, while Gary Medel will be tasked with marshalling the defence.

Bolivia

Bolivia will be hoping to bounce back from their opening day defeat when they take on Chile. La Verde were competitive for much of the game against Uruguay, but they ultimately came unstuck in the second half. Coach César Farías will be without the suspended Luis Haquin for this game, but he is expected to otherwise have a full squad to choose from. Marcelo Moreno is likely to start up front for Bolivia, while Bolivia will look to Alejandro Chumacero to provide the creative spark in midfield.

Prediction

Chile will be strong favorites to win this game. They have a more talented squad than Bolivia, and they are also in better form. Bolivia will need to be at their best to get anything from this game. Predicted score: Chile 2-0 Bolivia